It is the longest running sitcom, with 279 episodes for over a decade. The Big Bang Theory has had fanfiction, memes and the all the works that enchant its huge fan following. And last week saw the announcement of the finale season on CBS. Many Indians too watch and re-watched the series, making a marathon of it with their friends. TBBT was probably the second most popular American series in India, after Friends.

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Jim Parson’s Sheldon Cooper has become a favourite among many. Supposed to be a geeky snob, he found a place in many hearts. Many shuddered when he hugged Penny for the first time and made his adjustment to fall in love with Amy.

The friendship shown on the series was more realistic than on other ensemble cast series. How Leonard and Sheldon can live without killing each other, or how Raj and Howard balance their friendships amidst their love lives, is the stuff that makes everyday life for many of us.

One other thing that TBBT did was make science popular again. It showed the world that is fine if you are a nerd or a geek. Those who have been bullied or isolated in schools because they did well academically find themselves vindicated through this show.

The show made science popular again

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It also became more popular because of the Indian guy on the show. Raj depicted the concerns of an average Indian boy, finding it difficult to cope abroad, socially awkward and dependent. His victory every time was a victory for the average joe.

Indian audiences connected with Raj

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Stalwarts like Stephen Hawking, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates have played cameos on the show. In fact, Hawking made repeated appearances, as the characters were right up his alley. It was also similar to how he himself made science popular with his books.

Stephen Hawking was a favourite guest on the show

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As the season ends, fans will wait for some closure. Will Leonard and Penny have a baby? Will Sheldon manage to get a Nobel? Will Howard go back to space? Will Raj find a girl? Will the elevator be fixed?

The season finale should leave the nerdy audience of TBBT without loopholes. Like the show, the audience too is pedantic about details.

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